Climate Insights for Kiratu

Karatu District, Arusha Region, Tanzania

Hottest
February
25°C peak
Coldest
July
11°C low
Wettest
January
557mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kiratu is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 2564mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 557mm of rainfall. Kiratu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 14° Feb Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° Mar Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° Apr Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 15° May Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 13° Jun Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 12° Jul Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 11° Aug Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 11° Sep Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 12° Oct Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 13° Nov Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 14° Dec Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min

Kiratu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 25°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 19°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm 600mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 557mm Feb Precipitation: 260mm Mar Precipitation: 338mm Apr Precipitation: 395mm May Precipitation: 99mm Jun Precipitation: 25mm Jul Precipitation: 20mm Aug Precipitation: 25mm Sep Precipitation: 33mm Oct Precipitation: 118mm Nov Precipitation: 263mm Dec Precipitation: 430mm
Precipitation

Kiratu is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2564mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 214mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 557mm of rainfall. December and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 20mm. That's 537mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 1km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Kiratu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

92 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Kiratu, which began on June 21, 2026. Kiratu sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 11°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 12 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 414mm across the season with a monthly average of 138mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1247mm across the season with a monthly average of 416mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 832mm across the season with a monthly average of 277mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 71mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 18°
Feb 19°
Mar 19°
Apr 18°
May 17°
Jun 16°
Jul 16°
Aug 16°
Sep 17°
Oct 18°
Nov 18°
Dec 18°

The best time to visit Kiratu is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 41mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 25°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kiratu based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
14 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
557 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
260 mm
0 cm
Mar
14 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
338 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
395 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
12 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Jul
11 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Aug
11 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Sep
12 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
118 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
263 mm
0 cm
Dec
14 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
430 mm
0 cm
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